Circle Line Boat: XVII

Originally a United States Coast Guard cutter, Triton – named after the Greek demigod of the sea, son of Poseidon, the Circle Line XVII has a rich history. Commissioned on November 20, 1934, Coast Guard cutters were designed for the enforcement of Prohibition, but were adapted for other uses after Prohibition ended.

Around 1942, Triton was classified as a patrol craft and operated out of Key West where it took part in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) on many patrols and operations throughout the years. Triton was decommissioned in January 1967 and sold to Circle Line two years later where by 1973 it was converted into a passenger vessel and renamed Circle Line VXII.